New Whistleblower Notice and Paid Sick Leave FAQs

Updated Whistleblower Notice In an earlier post, we mentioned that the sample notice detailing whistleblower protections posted by the California Division of Labor Standards Enforcement (DLSE) contained a disclaimer stating that the DLSE “believes,” but cannot...

Maintaining Effective Employee Handbooks

Employee handbooks contain key employment policies. Private sector employers should not only maintain handbooks, but also understand their significance and purpose. Below we cover the most important elements of effective employee handbooks. The Purpose An employee...

CA Minimum Wage Set to Increase in 2025

Yes, the California minimum wage is going up again. Effective January 1, 2025, all employers, regardless of size, must pay workers at least $16.50 per hour.  The Director of the CA Department of Finance determined and certified that this increase correlates to an...

Expect Increased Worksite Enforcement Under Trump Presidency

As discussed in a previous post, the incoming Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is expected to address immigration in the next term, including worksite enforcement and compliance. Based on actions the previous Trump administration’s record and campaign trail...
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